CHOPS (LAMB OR PORK) WITH PISTASHIO SAUCE AND VEGETABLE SAUTE

prep time:: 5 min
total time:: 25 min

Makes 4 servings

From Everyday Food: Not flying to the Greek islands this week? No matter. Bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your table with a mere five minutes’ prep and a single skillet. The flavors of this quick and delicious dish are clean and simple.

ingredients

1/2 cup shelled pistachios
3/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley
about 2 lbs chops or chicken breast
2 pints grape tomatoes
1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts in water, rinsed, drained, and quartered

directions

Make sauce:

In a blender, puree pistachios with 1/4 cup parsley and 1/4 cup water until smooth (add a splash more water if necessary); season well with salt and pepper. Set aside.

1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Season meat with salt and pepper, and place in skillet. Cook 4 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate, and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Reserve skillet (and any fat left in it).
2
Add tomatoes, artichokes, and 1/4 cup water to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high, stirring frequently, until tomatoes begin to soften, 6 to 8 minutes. Mix in remaining 1/2 cup parsley.

Source: vicki